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Global Cinema Giants to Judge at 81st Venice International Film Festival: Full Jury List Unveiled

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Venice, Italy – The 81st edition of the Venice International Film Festival, set to captivate audiences from August 28 to September 7, has announced its panel of jurors for major competition sections. This year’s lineup, featuring a blend of established and emerging talents from the global film community, underscores the festival’s role as a pivotal platform for cinematic innovation. As the festival draws near, anticipation builds around the Orizzonti section, known for spotlighting cutting-edge films. This year’s Orizzonti jury boasts a diverse range of industry professionals including American director Debra Granik, who will serve as … Read more

California Battles Tech Giants Over Groundbreaking Child Safety Social Media Laws

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Sacramento, CA — As California lawmakers reconvene in August, two groundbreaking bills, AB 3172 and SB 976, designed to safeguard children from the perils of social media, face vehement opposition from influential tech lobbyists. Governor Gavin Newsom is being urged to veto these measures, criticized for their perceived constitutional flaws by the tech industry, which argues it could stifle innovation and lead to prolonged legal battles. The Chamber of Progress, backed by tech giants like Meta, Google, and X, claims these proposals might infringe upon the First Amendment rights and lack clarity in their definitions … Read more

Australia Set to Enforce New Anti-Scam Legislation, Targeting Internet Giants to Curb Growing Online Frauds

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Canberra, Australia – Australian authorities are preparing legislation aimed at cracking down on internet scams by imposing stringent rules on tech companies, which could face harsh penalties for hosting fraudulent content. This aggressive push by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) in partnership with the treasury department highlights the government’s resolve to combat an escalating cybersecurity threat that has cost Australians significantly. Cyberscams, particularly those involving cryptocurrency schemes using public figures to lure victims, have surged. A high-profile case brought forward by mining magnate Andrew Forrest, who is suing Meta Platforms Inc. in California, … Read more

Australia Targets Internet Giants with New Law to Combat Online Scams, Threatens Massive Fines

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SYDNEY, Australia — Australia is set to establish stringent regulations by year-end that will compel internet companies to actively prevent the hosting of scams or incur substantial penalties. This move marks a potential escalation in the ongoing struggle between the Australian government and major technology firms. The initiative, driven by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) in collaboration with the treasury department, aims to craft a compulsory, enforceable anti-scam code. This legal framework would mandate that companies enact reasonable protective measures for users and implement an effective complaint management system. Discussions are in progress … Read more